FORM 6-K
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549
Report of Foreign Issuer
Pursuant to Rule 13a-16 or 15d-16
of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934
For the month of March 2015
Commission File Number: 001-15152
SYNGENTA AG
(Translation of registrant’s name into English)
Schwarzwaldallee 215
4058 Basel
Switzerland
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Re:
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SYNGENTA AG
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Disclosure:
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“Further corn trait expansion: approval in Vietnam”
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Basel, Switzerland, March 17, 2015
Further corn trait expansion: approval in Vietnam
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Official approval for Bt11 x GA21 stacked corn seed
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Superior control of the most damaging corn pest in ASEAN countries
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Supports Syngenta’s comprehensive offer for Vietnam’s growers
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Syngenta today announced that the Vietnamese Ministry of Natural Resources and Environment has approved its Bt11 x GA21 double stack corn seed for commercial cultivation in the country. This double stack will be available for the 2015/2016 season.
Corn hybrids containing the Bt11 trait are designed to control the Asian Corn Borer, the most damaging corn pest in ASEAN countries. GA21 glyphosate tolerance will give farmers greater flexibility in managing weeds, thereby helping them to maximize yield potential.
Syngenta Chief Operating Officer Davor Pisk said: “Today’s announcement is another example of the broad potential of our proprietary corn traits. The decision by the Vietnamese government will give growers access to a wider choice of agricultural technologies and will be a valuable addition to our integrated offers in Vietnam.”
Syngenta is committed to providing integrated crop solutions and agronomic knowledge which support growers in increasing productivity and crop quality in a sustainable way.
Syngenta is one of the world’s leading companies with more than 28,000 employees in over 90 countries dedicated to our purpose: Bringing plant potential to life. Through world-class science, global reach and commitment to our customers we help to increase crop productivity, protect the environment and improve health and quality of life. For more information about us please go to www.syngenta.com
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Date:
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March 17, 2015
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By:
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/s/ Brigitte Benz
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Brigitte Benz
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Head Shareholder Services &
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